Description

Concentrated but light on its feet, with red cherry, blackberry and unripe plum, fynbos and a twist of dried tarragon. Serious Cinsault from a single dry-farmed block planted in 1988 on quartz-rich decomposed granite, four kilometres from False Bay. Thirty per cent is fermented whole cluster and the rest destemmed, basket pressed into open top neutral oak. Ten months on fine lees in old 225 and 400 litre barrels, bottled without fining or filtration. Suitable for vegans.

Scions of Sinai Heldervallei Cinsault Stellenbosch 2023

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Taste Profile

Dry
Sweet
Light
Complex
Fresh
Oaked

More Information

Attributes

  • Type: Red Wine

  • Style: Smooth and Vibrant Red

  • Country: South Africa

  • Region: Stellenbosch

  • Blend: Cinsault

  • Vintage: 2023

  • ABV: 12%

  • Size: 75cl

  • Farming: Sustainable

  • Winemaking: Minimal Intervention

  • Vegan: Certified

Scions of Sinai

Stellenbosch

Stellenbosch, located in South Africa’s Western Cape, is one of the country’s most renowned wine regions, celebrated for its premium wines and prestigious vineyards. It benefits from a Mediterranean climate, with warm days and cool nights, perfect for cultivating high-quality grapes.
The area is particularly known for its robust reds, including Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, which exhibit deep fruit flavours and complex, well-structured profiles. The whites, such as Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc, are noted for their crisp acidity and vibrant fruit character.
Historically, Stellenbosch is significant as it was one of the first areas settled by Dutch colonists in the late 17th century. The wine industry in Stellenbosch began to develop in the 19th century, and today, it remains a cornerstone of South Africa’s wine heritage, blending traditional techniques with modern innovation to produce exceptional wines.